SAS careers

Developing Relationships

This area of Launchpad is designed to support SAS doctors.

Discover the breadth of opportunities and leadership roles available during an SAS career; and explore top tips for completing the portfolio pathway. 

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SAS forums

These digital forums have been designed to foster an open and collaborative environment to connect with SAS peers across the UK and to share your experiences. Each session aims to celebrate the SAS role and offer some professional guidance and tips. 

Free to attend - all are welcome.

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Discover more SAS news stories, blogs and resources here.

News
11/06/26
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'Today marks an important step': RCP welcomes publication of first national corridor care data

The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has welcomed the publication today of the first national corridor care data in the NHS in England.
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09/06/26
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Using our voice: RCP launches new member and fellow snapshot survey

The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has launched a new UK member and fellow snapshot survey to gather the evidence needed to influence national debate and drive improvements in patient care.
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08/06/26
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Celebrating Diabetes Week 2026: why we need to invest in our diabetes workforce

Dr Stella George, RCP medical workforce director, reflects on the progress made in diabetes care across the UK through innovation, collaboration and a committed workforce, while also setting out the ongoing challenges around workforce pressures, training and variation in access to care. Drawing on data, experience and patient expectations, she explores what is needed to support the specialty to deliver high quality, equitable care now and in the future.
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08/06/26
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Celebrating Diabetes Week 2026: reducing inequality in young adult diabetes care

Diabetes and endocrinology consultant Dr Tala Balafshan draws on her experience in redesigning an award-winning young adult diabetes service in St Helens, setting out how a sustained, prevention-focused and multidisciplinary approach can improve engagement and outcomes, particularly for those living in more deprived communities. This project won best overall presentation in the RCP Medicine 2025 abstract competition.
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08/06/26
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Celebrating Diabetes Week 2026: collaboration, innovation and the view from Wales

Dr Julia Platts, national clinical lead for diabetes in Wales, highlights both the enduring strengths and the ongoing challenges of delivering high quality diabetes care across Wales, reflecting on a strong tradition of collaboration and innovation, while setting out the practical barriers – from workforce pressures to digital infrastructure – that continue to shape services.
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08/06/26
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Celebrating Diabetes Week 2026: from knowing what works to making it standard everywhere

Reflecting on a new report on insulin safety in hospital care, Dr Daniel Flanagan, clinical lead for the Diabetes Care Accreditation Programme (DCAP), makes the case for national adoption of the DCAP as the mechanism to turn what the system already knows works into reliable practice for every patient, in every hospital.

More resources to develop your career

RCP SAS regional representative network

The RCP SAS regional representative network has been created to ensure that SAS doctors’ needs, views and interests are represented within the RCP.

 
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SAS leadership programme

This one-year programme is designed to empower and elevate SAS doctors in healthcare leadership. 

 
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RCP guidance for SAS doctors

Read the RCP's educational and career guidance for specialist, associate specialist and specialty doctors.

 
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